The Patterson Center for Resiliency LLC is a rapidly growing group practice located in Colorado Springs. We specialize in trauma, attachment, and related disorders for families, children, and adults.

We are seeking qualified, compassionate milieu staff for our trauma-informed therapeutic after school program.

For full-time staff, we offer a flexible schedule, a 401k with 4% match, a generous time off package of about 5-6 weeks off per year (including 2 weeks of sick time, 1 week off for summer break and about 2 weeks of for winter break), reasonable caseloads, EMDR and TST consultation, student loan repayment reimbursement program, CEU funds, medical benefits, dental and vision, supervision, ongoing training and professional development, and a competitive salary. What’s more, we offer quarterly bonuses totaling up to $2,000 per year and leadership bonuses of up to $1,500 per year.

Our providers are trained in cutting-edge evidence-based practices such as CBT, TF-CBT, DBT, EMDR, TST, and more!

We value teamwork, comradery, and a high level of service to our clients and community.

Applicants are in-person at our Colorado Springs location.

Positions are available for the following hours Monday through Friday. Additional hours may be available during school breaks.

Full time: 10:00am-6:00pm (Wednesdays 1:00pm-6:00pm)

Part time: 3:00pm-6:00pm

Requirements

High school diploma. Bachelors degree in social work or a related field preferred.

Good standing with DORA and all other applicable boards.

At least one year experience in milieu and/or group management in a clinical setting.

Ability to stay calm under pressure and think quickly.

Passion for working with youth with mental health challenges.

Having a fun, welcoming energy for youth.

Ability to set boundaries and maintain structure as needed.

Ability to begin position quickly (within 60 days).

A passion for supporting under-served communities.

Applicants without the above minimum qualifications or incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Gig

This is an hourly paid position. Technicians with a high school diploma start at $17 per hour. Those with a Bachelors Degree start at $20 per hour.

Provide group and individual supportive skill-building, case management, and group therapy for youth and adults using evidence based models.

Maintain a healthy, stable milieu of youth ages 12-18.

As needed, participate in making referral calls, networking, social media public education, and other duties as assigned.

Provide case management, facility tours, and coordination of care for participants in the program.

Participate in regular team meetings and individual supervision, as indicated.

Maintain good standing with all applicable boards and licensures.

Be able to stand, bend, twist as needed, and lift up to 25 pounds.

Maintain excellent documentation within 24 hours of service provision.

Have a high attention to detail to be able to maintain compliance, complete documentation within 24 hours, and follow all policies and procedures.

Have a high level of professionalism, ethics, and commitment to providing high quality mental health services.

Be able to work both independently and as part of a dynamic, fun, and welcoming team.

Frequently Asked Questions

Tell me a little about yourself.

Our clinic primarily serves Medicaid. We are passionate about serving clients who have traditionally struggled to find high quality, long term mental health care from dedicated, caring clinicians who are not suffering from burnout. We believe in equity, inclusion, diversity, and justice in the work that we do.

Our values:

• Integrity and ethics
• Quality patient care
• Happy, healthy staff
• Fiscal responsibility
• Learning, education, and research
• Social justice
• Community
• Prevention and education
• Strengths-based

How can I make myself a good applicant?

The ideal applicant has an attention to detail, excellent communication and writing skills, good organizational skills, a passion for trauma and social justice, and the ability to work as both a team player and independently. Prior experience with Medicaid documentation is a plus!

Our office primarily serves youth, adults, and families with trauma and co-occurring conditions. Clients are typically seen anywhere from every other week to up to 20 hours per week in our intensive programs. Our providers receive a high level of support with 2-4 opportunities for supervision/consultation per week, paid administrative time, case managers, and camaraderie. Excellent applicants enjoy working on a team and learning from others.

What do you like about working here?

Our team is fun, motivated, and actually gets along with each other. We love plants and dogs (although a few rogue providers prefer cats), but we also really love what we do. All staff are provided regular individual and group supervision at no cost to them. Every Monday we have breakfast together as we consult on cases. We also have several paid days off, including roughly 10-12 days during the holiday season, a summer break, and other days throughout the year. Annually, we celebrate Employee Appreciation Day with lots of food, gifts, and a paid long weekend. Two or three times a year, we get together for dinner with staff, interns, and our families. Occasionally, our team celebrates each other with fun in-office competitions, such as our spring fitness challenge, holiday door decorating contests, and more.

How can I apply?

The first step is to email your resume and cover letter in PDF format to danielle@thepattersoncenter.org and complete our online application. From there, you may be invited to participate in two interviews. We will contact your references, complete a background check, and make a final determination. Hiring occurs on a rolling basis throughout the year. We are always looking for great candidates!

Why do you pay hourly as a W2 rather than as a 1099 or fee split?

We trust that you know how to spend your time in a way that gives the best care to your clients. That means that time spent in approved trainings, doing unbillable case management, making phone calls, answering emails, completing documentation, attending supervision, and providing lower-paying services is considered equally as valuable as the highest paying service we provide.

We believe in access to health care for all. By paying the same hourly rate, our providers are encouraged to take any insurance they are in network with rather than choosing only clients with higher paying coverage.

We want healthy, happy providers. When you feel better, our clients feel better. This model allows us to provide more and better benefits because it ensures that everyone meets the 30 hour per week minimum without having to worry about cancellations, no shows, or caseload size.

We understand that financial anxiety is real. By offering an hourly rate, you do not have to worry about your paycheck varying week to week. It also reduces countertransference by not allowing client attendance to dictate your paycheck.

We provide a robust training ground for new clinicians. Our W2 model is largely thanks to our dedication to supporting pre-licensed clinician in their journey to becoming a fully licensed provider. We support our clinicians through excellent education opportunities, ample supervision, and a vibrant, welcoming team atmosphere.

We want to let you focus on the good stuff. You went to school to become a therapist. You are probably really good at that. Let us handle the advertising, billing, taxes, and other headaches that come with running a practice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• No nights
• No weekends

Work setting:

• Hybrid work

Application Question(s):

• Have you completed the application instructions listed at the bottom of the page at www.thepattersoncenter.org/careers? Please do so in order to proceed.

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Colorado Springs, CO 80918